Increasing awareness of important safety issues, particularly those that deal with highway and traffic safety information. Our mission is to make consumers more vigilant and understand that "safety is no accident," through education and outreach programs. http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts.xml Wed, 11 Jun 2008 Wed, 11 Jun 2008 14:01:20 -0400 FeedForAll v2.0 (2.0.2.0) http://www.feedforall.com http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/images/nsc.gif http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/ The National Safety Commission is based in Ponte Vedra Beach, FL and is America's leader in safety training. 104 104 Arkansas State Police Corporal Blake Wilson, 51, of Russellville, has been named the recipient of the American Association of State Troopers (AAST) 2008 Trooper of the Year award. http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2008/06/state-police-officer-is-national.php 358ADFD8-CD05-4EF9-8086-77273A83D0D8 Tue, 10 Jun 2008 Follow These Steps to Ensure Safe Ride http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2008/06/how-to-reduce-risk-of-rollover-crashes.php FD7B9063-1BC8-4780-9522-365BEEC95CB9 Fri, 6 Jun 2008 Even the best-made vehicles with the highest quality ratings will likely have something go awry that requires repair in the first five years of ownership. Those repairs may not come cheap for some car owners. You might want to factor in--along with fuel and insurance--the cost of repairing a vehicle when the warranty expires when shopping to buy a car on a specific budget. http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2008/06/2008-most-expensive-cars-to-repair.php D864FD4D-C31B-44D0-83ED-BCEE806A6569 Wed, 4 Jun 2008 Over two-thirds of young drivers and passengers killed in nighttime car crashes were not wearing seat belts. Although seat belt use actually is rising slightly nationwide, fatality figures published recently offered a somber contrast as law enforcement launched its annual pre-Memorial Day drive to encourage Americans to buckle up. http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2008/05/over-two-thirds-of-young-drivers-killed.php F0F5DD85-9A75-4BE8-A6F6-7158777188AA Thu, 22 May 2008 Great Ideas to Help Keep Your Price at the Pump to a Minimum http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2008/05/great-ideas-to-help-keep-your-price-at.php 5361639D-6BF0-4669-BD62-8917DEEB59A6 Wed, 21 May 2008 Drivecam Camera Records Teen Behavior for Parents to See and Hear http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2008/05/bad-teen-drivers-caught-behind-wheel.php 52D70746-B614-4F63-A452-D4AEBDEF66BA Wed, 11 Jun 2008 Tiny Car Receives Highest Rating in Front- and Side-Impact Testing http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2008/05/smart-car-earns-top-crash-scores.php 5C659C62-2678-435A-8B62-510393DADECB Wed, 28 May 2008 Nearly Ten Percent Admit to Driving Drunk Within the Past Month, According to the AAA Foundation's 2008 Traffic Safety Culture Index http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2008/05/survey-reveals-differences-in-what-us.php 47734696-F1B4-44A3-BD5B-6BCBAA566D88 Wed, 7 May 2008 Defensive Driving Event to Promote Safe Driving Recently Held in California http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2008/05/national-share-road-highway-safety.php FE447553-2E18-4473-98DD-5893754CEDAD Mon, 5 May 2008 MADD Works Tirelessly to Keep Nation's Roads Safe http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2008/04/alcohol-ignition-interlock-bills-passed.php 5F1FFF4D-7DFE-4AAF-9523-5BA9B2020708 Wed, 30 Apr 2008 World Leaders Will Convene in Russia to Reduce Global Traffic Deaths http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2008/04/first-ever-global-summit-on-road-safety.php 5889EF83-3EBD-4D09-82EA-1A7D364AC9B8 Wed, 23 Apr 2008 Students Earn College Credit for Learning to Drive http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2008/04/princess-tours-offers-driver-training.php 7207E723-938D-4A07-978E-85ECD6B3C0EF Fri, 18 Apr 2008 Air Bags and Improved Designs Cited As Major Improvements http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2008/04/safety-improvements-made-by-mid-size.php 28D2747D-A93D-4283-82D8-9B3A1779F92D Wed, 16 Apr 2008 According to new research, drinking 21 or more alcoholic beverages to celebrate the 21st birthday appears to be far more common than first thought. http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2008/04/survey-reveals-21st-birthday-booze.php A7817656-6DFB-4FCB-84C9-C389C53E9434 Mon, 14 Apr 2008 New Manifesto Is Core Objective for Five U.S. States http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2008/03/safety-association-calls-for-zero.php D1122F38-5AE7-4929-9570-9C87320F73C3 Mon, 24 Mar 2008 Offenders Face $100 Fine http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2008/03/new-jersey-bans-texting-while-driving.php 083128B9-8FF7-49DC-B9F1-8157538E4EBB Fri, 21 Mar 2008 Designate a Sober Driver Before the Party Begins http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2008/03/dont-let-friends-drive-drunk-this-st.php 8F30851D-18A9-4105-B6CE-2968B8722198 Fri, 21 Mar 2008 Study Outlines Risks for Unbuckled Teens http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2008/03/teens-are-highest-passenger-risk-group.php E84BC5E8-70AB-4559-AE8C-BA83E1D92A75 Thu, 20 Mar 2008 Father of Victim Calling for Seat Belts on Long-Haul Buses http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2008/03/college-baseball-team-crash-inspires.php 2D72600E-6318-40AF-81C2-E7367684B5D1 Thu, 20 Mar 2008 Maryland Authorities Seek to Ban Street Racing After Tragic Crash Kills 8 People http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2008/03/no-stopping-racing-in-streets.php C5E1F095-4546-446C-BB7A-2874EC809574 Mon, 17 Mar 2008 Proposed legislation would boost pay for Florida Highway Patrol troopers by increasing fees from problem drivers. http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2008/03/national-safety-commission-supports.php EF16802B-C23A-4AE9-B04D-6E813F80BAA4 Wed, 5 Mar 2008 Research suggests that because of unhealthy organic compounds released by car components, air quality inside vehicles could sometimes be as poor inside the car as it is outside. When a vehicle has been sitting closed up in the sun, the air quality may be even worse. Before you hit the open road, crack the windows for a minute. http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2008/02/opening-your-car-window-before-starting.php EFF9A23D-B3D7-4587-A6D7-ED06EDFB8410 Mon, 3 Mar 2008 Hitting the road for a long trip soon? Long road trips could increase your risk of skin cancer, particularly on the left side of your body. http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2008/02/put-on-some-sunscreen-before-you-get.php 7395DEF5-EE7E-4AE5-A289-390AACDCC292 Wed, 27 Feb 2008 Bicycle riding is fun and healthy. But remember, a bicycle is a vehicle, not a toy. When you ride, be sure to: http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2008/02/keep-these-basic-safety-tips-when-you.php B8C717E8-6730-414E-B6E4-07AD8F3D0F17 Mon, 25 Feb 2008 AAA Highlights 30 Important New Features Useful To Aging Drivers http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2008/02/elderly-drivers-can-benefit-from-new.php F22D6097-2030-472D-9F4D-77FAEE8D6834 Tue, 19 Feb 2008 One Million Car Seats Could Potentially Separate From Base http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2008/02/evenflo-company-recalls-discovery.php 0F3EE5D8-772C-4E35-BA43-FED6D0CCFBF8 Thu, 14 Feb 2008 Interlocks 90% Effective in Reducing Repeat Drunk Driving Offenders http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2008/02/madd-urging-expansion-of-interlock-laws.php E7C884AC-7818-4630-9498-934155E3DAEB Wed, 13 Feb 2008 How to Avoid Being Ripped Off—And Possibly Save Your Life http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2008/02/airbag-scams-on-rise.php 163FCB9D-316C-4F01-BFC5-90C60917F21D Tue, 12 Feb 2008 Here's How to Recognize and Avoid the Confrontations of An Aggressive Driver. http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2008/02/how-to-deal-with-aggressive-drivers.php 194D9D84-9C91-4989-A4A7-B26707C28337 Mon, 11 Feb 2008 Arizona's Budget Depends on $120 Million From Ticket Revenue http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2008/01/catching-speeders-to-balance-state.php 0D5D4FF7-9649-48F5-92C5-BC931CE5C8A6 Fri, 8 Feb 2008 Governors Highway Safety Association Wants DOT to Spend Funds on Seatbelts, Not Competing Highway Needs http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2008/01/state-highway-safety-officials-want-dot.php EAEFABC0-C3A9-448C-A074-ADC7556ACDB5 Tue, 5 Feb 2008 The Automobile Association of America (AAA) is calling for states to close gaps in their child passenger safety laws. http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2008/01/aaa-calls-for-improved-child-restraint.php 1B360FB8-8D11-49B0-A790-0C3C855D7F4F Fri, 25 Jan 2008 Only U.S. State Without Learner's Permit Requirement Seeks to Raise Age Qualification http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2008/01/new-hampshire-calls-for-teen-driver.php 4D44AD28-CA95-4CBA-A6F8-B4FC534D88E4 Wed, 23 Jan 2008 While the Governor vigorously campaigns for property tax relief and as state lawmakers struggle to plug a multi-billion-dollar budget gap, the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles is working overtime to force Florida to spend millions in new taxpayer dollars on an item the state now receives for free. http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2008/01/despite-budget-woes-agency-pushes-for.php 884F8312-4ADA-4F19-9E6D-DE34F1AC9161 Fri, 18 Jan 2008 To reward safe driving and alcohol responsibility, Coors Brewing Company is teaming up with a national grassroots drunk driving prevention organization, the HERO Campaign for Designated Drivers®. An individual in Arizona who has demonstrated a commitment to alcohol awareness and responsibility will win two tickets to Super Bowl XLII. http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2008/01/winner-of-super-bowl-xlii-alcohol.php E722EE29-BD1E-4537-8AF3-6C60E82110DB Thu, 17 Jan 2008 According to recent studies, lack of attention is the single largest cause of traffic accidents. Volvo Technology Transfer is now investing in Seeing Machines, a technology that detects tiredness and sends vehicle drivers a warning. http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2008/01/new-technology-detects-drivers.php CBB28F58-B7BE-4E92-88AC-09BEAB21E1A6 Tue, 15 Jan 2008 The National Safety Commission (TNSC) today announced that Christopher "Chris" Knight, the former Director of the Florida Highway Patrol, has joined the leading organization working to deliver lifesaving defensive-driving and traffic-safety information to the general public. Knight will serve as the Executive Director of Highway Safety. http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2008/01/former-florida-highway-patrol-director.php FD9D1BDA-77ED-46B6-8B6D-AEDBF0856E7E Mon, 14 Jan 2008 Use These Safe Party Tips To Ensure A Healthy, Happy Time http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2008/01/how-to-throw-safe-party.php 4A24507D-47FB-4AE9-8CF7-ABB4CA01A632 Thu, 10 Jan 2008 New Study Shows Cell Phone Users Impede Traffic Flow http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2008/01/cell-phone-users-lengthen-commute-for.php DA10F4D4-4954-4B69-8703-069DAAC906FB Tue, 8 Jan 2008 New Tests Show $6 Billion Paid Annually On Small Minivan Claims http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2008/01/minivan-fender-benders-can-cost-small.php 41CD85B3-853C-46D2-8C41-84A72AB46EBB Fri, 4 Jan 2008 MADD $7 Million Campaign Intensifies As Year Comes To An End http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2008/01/drunk-driving-enforcement-crackdown.php 67089779-4314-4053-92C6-2D8D359D7EF9 Thu, 3 Jan 2008 Arizona Inmates Wear Pink Shirts During Rites http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2007/12/new-dui-chain-gang-performs-burials-of.php D2B0B712-5A9A-459F-8FE3-17912617FEE3 Fri, 28 Dec 2007 Nationwide Crackdown on Drunk Driving to Extend Through New Year's Eve http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2007/12/daily-death-toll-from-drunk-driving.php 9FEA89F3-A787-4F3C-A447-75EBD28C4E82 Thu, 27 Dec 2007 Four-Wheel Drive Vehicles Are Hot, but Do You Really Need it? http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2007/12/four-wheel-drive-basics.php 25AC2920-A2EE-49D4-A8C4-F6954F2473EB Wed, 19 Dec 2007 Minnesota Child Car Seat Resources Receive Honors from National Safety Council, Safe Kids Worldwide http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2007/12/multi-cultural-web-site-and-tv-program.php C3E1C386-9FE6-423D-A7B7-B7B5084BB90F Mon, 17 Dec 2007 10 Holiday Tips to Prepare for Safe Holiday and Winter Travel http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2007/12/get-your-car-ready-for-winter.php 7A11DAD6-E69E-4814-9015-D4F4737F81F7 Tue, 11 Dec 2007 Efforts to Eliminate Drunk Driving Bolstered by Holiday Law Enforcement Crackdown and State Legislative Victories http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2007/12/madd-proposes-comprehensive-alcohol.php 383EA39A-F51A-4B6C-987F-33BA46D85215 Mon, 10 Dec 2007 Vehicle Owners Will Apply for Vouchers Towards New Explorer Vehicles http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2007/12/ford-to-settle-sport-utility-rollover.php 3F5BE8F3-B6BB-4A2B-A248-ACEB7B3BF956 Tue, 4 Dec 2007 Can you say holiday road trip? Here are a few tips that can help create lasting and hopefully happy memories as we hit the road for the holidays. http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2007/12/be-prepared-for-your-next-family-road.php 8E60C983-C33A-4D53-88A4-1FFFB524073A Mon, 3 Dec 2007 Secretary Peters Rides Bus to School and Calls for Seat Belts and Higher Seat Backs http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2007/11/new-rules-proposed-for-school-buses.php 0D58D46F-65BB-4236-977D-695D05E01741 Fri, 30 Nov 2007 Automakers Place Eight and Seven Vehicles on List, Respectively http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2007/11/ford-and-honda-top-safest-cars-for-2008.php 2701D28C-0117-41BF-92EB-AFA023F2BD4C Wed, 28 Nov 2007 New Proposal for Seat Belts in Wake of Deadly Bus Crash http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2007/11/senators-propose-new-bus-safety-rules.php 31306B91-296F-476F-93E6-CE4232411F3D Mon, 26 Nov 2007 Ending Daylight Savings Time Blamed for Spike in Pedestrian Fatalities http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2007/11/study-shows-deaths-caused-by-time-shift.php 5CFDBB8A-2B0E-4548-B0FB-C91E20BA613C Wed, 21 Nov 2007 Sponsor of Previous "Move Over, America" Campaign Praises Efforts by AAA and Others to Educate Drivers and Protect Officers on Roadways http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2007/11/national-safety-commission-applauds.php 747833F7-B70D-46D6-B4A4-593F63CCF82E Thu, 15 Nov 2007 Nation’s Largest Cities Plagued by Too Many Cars in One Place http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2007/11/what-causes-traffic-jams.php F9B8D40C-4AA0-4A58-AC74-ED9FED325E16 Wed, 14 Nov 2007 U.S. Transportation Secretary Peters Reveals Her Personal Motorcycle Crash Story http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2007/11/dot-announces-new-motorcycle-safety.php 4547A5A6-B54C-4D7F-B9E3-8342FCD7FAA9 Tue, 13 Nov 2007 Big Changes In The Way Airbags Are Deployed http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2007/11/airbag-science-101.php D63D3C33-2335-475E-8805-4F914C0BB8A9 Mon, 26 Nov 2007 The Truth Behind Safest Cars on the Road http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2007/11/five-star-ratings-explained.php E354A44E-52A0-4129-8735-213ADBA8C6AB Mon, 26 Nov 2007 Drive with Caution While Leaves Fall http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2007/10/autumn-leaves-create-hazardous-driving.php BB493DA7-8864-4269-80FE-2DB25F6FE926 Wed, 31 Oct 2007 Gov. Schwarzenegger Signs Bill Making It Illegal When Passengers Are Under Age of 18 http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2007/10/california-bans-smoking-in-vehicles.php 19CCAE07-1B13-49ED-A014-4F8FD5015058 Wed, 24 Oct 2007 Focus On Important Safety Features Now http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2007/10/get-your-car-ready-for-winter-road.php 8091E166-55DD-494D-85B4-2A570EB05BE8 Wed, 31 Oct 2007 Use These Tips to Decide On the Best Repair Shop for Your Car http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2007/10/how-to-find-good-mechanic.php F062A106-80D9-4510-A04B-C537CA85E4F0 Wed, 24 Oct 2007 The Orlando Sentinel recently uncovered details of a special-interest battle in the Florida Capitol that could cost the state $600,000 annually. http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2007/10/details-behind-florida-driver-handbook.php DC67907B-B478-407D-867A-FC30213CD137 Mon, 22 Oct 2007 U.S. Commonwealth Has Toughest Restrictions of Any U.S. Territory http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2007/10/puerto-rico-introduces-tough-new.php 5A7CEA47-4024-43D6-AADA-34DD6B648D17 Fri, 19 Oct 2007 National Outrage, Crackdown on Parking Lawbreakers http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2007/10/backlash-against-handicapped-parking.php D603C3E4-E943-422D-86AA-AFECC6F93830 Wed, 17 Oct 2007 Respected Safety Organization battles Senator's effort to cancel a contract estimated to save taxpayers $3.0 million over five years. http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2007/10/national-safety-commission-sues-to.php B55918A4-E969-42D3-BC7F-F3772A3B411E Wed, 10 Oct 2007 It's Affordable. But Is It Safe? http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2007/10/potential-risks-for-teens-driving-older.php 0D581A50-9024-4DCC-946B-7EA93EDF0748 Tue, 9 Oct 2007 Chicago Mayor Injects Some Humor into Serious Situation http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2007/10/illinois-introduces-funny-stop-signs.php 1BAD0C7E-C339-4B1F-B9BC-5FA09B908D32 Mon, 8 Oct 2007 Driver Inattention Responsible for Almost 80 Percent of Accidents http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2007/10/dangers-of-multitasking.php C7692FD2-F79C-4D96-8DB8-6FBA2D87D7FB Mon, 8 Oct 2007 States Awarded Over $109 Million to Increase Seat Belt Use And Highway Safety Awareness http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2007/10/congress-gives-big-incentive-grants-to.php 7387A370-3D90-40C0-8766-34CA0A92885F Fri, 12 Oct 2007 New Child Seat Education Program to be Launched, New Stricter, User-Friendlier Ratings Program to be Introduced http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2007/09/national-highway-traffic-safety.php 81AF0E46-2DB6-415E-8A35-72FE6BBDC6CC Thu, 4 Oct 2007 Braking and Door Lock Problems Revealed in 369,000 Vehicles http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2007/09/chrysler-announces-vehicle-recalls.php CB40D88B-9458-4011-8429-50AAC3296B1B Thu, 4 Oct 2007 Permits Allow Significantly Overweight Trucks to Cross Bridges and Interstate Roads http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2007/09/nations-road-infrastructure-under-great.php 7D97DEAB-EDEF-4A57-B8CD-0C6A2A52DCF1 Thu, 20 Sep 2007 Legislation Already Passed in 15 States and D.C. http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2007/09/new-bill-to-stop-teen-drivers-cell.php 3570A195-6D59-4814-8534-762F79F5ABCF Tue, 18 Sep 2007 Side Air Bags Will Be Standard in All Cars by September 2009 http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2007/09/government-calls-for-safety-upgrades.php F62907DC-6B7E-44DC-98B6-C5F605E41F7F Thu, 13 Sep 2007 National Campaign to Eliminate Drunk Driving Has Helped to Pass Alcohol Ignition Interlock Device Laws for Convicted Drunk Drivers http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2007/09/mothers-against-drunken-driving-calls.php 855C103A-A84D-4C25-BE58-E19E6786E5AA Mon, 10 Sep 2007 Broadband Challenges Teens to Think About the Consequences of Their Decisions http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2007/09/new-school-assembly-show-unveiled-by.php C8AB152B-899D-4ED8-AD37-76093A8E2EA4 Thu, 6 Sep 2007 A recent issue of Parade magazine featured an article entitled "Should the Drinking Age Be Lowered?" Many people absorbed in the national debate over the issue overlook the fact that law was set at 21 for a reason: it saves lives. http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2007/09/should-drinking-age-be-lowered.php 3A5BEA65-206E-43D8-B957-3030413DC097 Tue, 4 Sep 2007 Utah, Kansas, Iowa See Largest Percentage Increases Since 2005 http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2007/08/alcohol-related-driving-deaths-up-in.php 1BC47CD3-0250-4A15-A8C1-14306D0F64FF Fri, 3 Aug 2007 $11 Million Invested in "Drunk Driving. Over the Limit. Under Arrest." Ads http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2007/08/us-transportation-department-launches.php 24BDC703-7374-4445-B2A9-D3FBE528581E Wed, 1 Aug 2007 General Motors and Boys & Girls Clubs of America Celebrate 10 years of Community Programs by Announcing New Association With Safe Kids Buckle Up http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2007/08/new-program-announced-to-help-educate.php 04BD36F3-1015-4A7F-80F2-7A335DAE0691 Thu, 23 Aug 2007 In new side-impact crash tests of luxury sedans conducted by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, the Acura RL, Kia Amanti and Volvo S80 all earned the highest safety rating. The Cadillac STS and Mercedes E-Class earned the second-highest rating. The 2008 BMW 5 Series was the worst performer. http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2007/08/acura-rl-kia-amanti-and-volvo-s80-earn.php C8C47EE9-10BA-46E1-B27D-8D83C792DD73 Tue, 21 Aug 2007 Faulty Tires Are a Significant Cause of Accidents on Nation's Highways http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2007/08/new-campaign-urges-drivers-to-check.php BF8E8536-28EE-44C4-B5E8-69D849E78E70 Fri, 17 Aug 2007 Japanese Automaker a Leader in Developing State-of-the-Art Safety Features http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2007/08/nissan-unveils-new-safety-technology.php 751E5415-7810-4143-A97D-880203920985 Thu, 16 Aug 2007 Schools Will Soon Be Back In Session; Keep These Safety Tips In Mind While Traveling http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2007/08/back-to-school-safety-tips-for-adults_08.php A2968615-4DF0-4ED1-9434-84CFCC393811 Tue, 14 Aug 2007 Here Are A Few Simple Ways To Make Sure That You And Your Pet Arrive Safely At Your Destination http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2007/08/driving-with-pets-101_08.php 85B4E5B5-3FAC-4290-8408-19FE2B1C5D21 Fri, 10 Aug 2007 Declining Traffic Deaths Lead to Historic Low Fatality Rate http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2007/08/2006-highway-fatality-rate-is-lowest.php 6A931267-F808-4B0B-B4C0-991B115896FF Thu, 9 Aug 2007 New research shows that young drivers between 15 and 24 years old are three times as prone to cause car accidents as senior citizens. These new findings are at odds with policies that make it more difficult for older drivers to renew their licenses. http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2007/08/new-study-finds-senior-citizens-are.php 34B76F34-6ECB-4329-BBB7-D101AFDBD154 Mon, 6 Aug 2007 Cell Phones, mp3 Players the Biggest Culprits http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2007/07/teen-drivers-distractions-becoming-big.php C0566CC8-0231-40CC-BA7A-ECF659A7FD09 Tue, 31 Jul 2007 U.S. Department of Transportation Partnering with Organizations to Make School Bus Safety Even Safer http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2007/07/public-forum-on-seat-belts-on-school.php 5EB2F81B-49E9-4DB8-8987-165BC560EE57 Fri, 27 Jul 2007 US Insurance Industry Analysis Reveals Pickups Fare the Worst http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2007/07/pickups-suvs-and-vans-all-fall-short-of.php 265C3D81-9DC0-4590-8B25-4C688A73E36B Fri, 20 Jul 2007 NTSB Chairman Applauds Resolution http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2007/07/us-senate-on-designates-july-as.php BC5BA3E6-C6B7-41AB-BD32-2FA39C37FCEB Tue, 17 Jul 2007 Here are Some Tips to Recognize a Potential Drunk Driver http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2007/07/traveling-safe-this-summer.php 0864B905-982D-4F3D-AF1A-5B6C7D044E60 Wed, 18 Jul 2007 Almost $3-a-Gallon Price of Gas Is Not the Only Source of Anger at Gas Stations http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2007/07/credit-card-cap-on-gas-purchases-upsets.php 0F8464EA-1DB6-4779-BD63-ABE99F06B1DA Mon, 16 Jul 2007 Technology That Could Reduce Deaths Offered Only As Optional Equipment http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2007/07/backover-deaths-kill-1200-children-each.php 5B9A7F42-B587-4683-A4F3-C08163A07419 Fri, 6 Jul 2007 Chinese-Made Light Truck Tires Prone to Tread Separation http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2007/07/nj-importer-submits-plan-for-tire.php 2A172BE1-CF28-4565-8910-CED28FCA6C55 Fri, 6 Jul 2007 Cars Are Impounded and Destroyed http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2007/06/california-cracks-down-on-street-racing.php 4493B631-91FD-46A0-9A02-1E795E151056 Wed, 27 Jun 2007 Document Extols the Virtue of Prayer While Driving http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2007/06/ten-commandments-for-drivers-issued-by.php 75B832A3-EC49-4054-99B0-8F84DFB92B7D Thu, 28 Jun 2007 New Tests Reveal Several Affordable Convertibles With High Crash Protection Marks http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2007/06/safest-convertibles-not-necessarily.php 2EB1DBF6-22FC-4A62-8C4A-3F5B04FF1248 Thu, 14 Jun 2007 Auto Crashes are Number One Cause of Teen Death; Summer Months Are Worst For Teen Fatalities http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2007/06/allstate-and-discovery-education-team.php 2B118032-8493-48C1-8E82-F064E356D4A3 Wed, 13 Jun 2007 Alcohol-Related Traffic Deaths Highest In 15 Years; MADD Calls For Mandatory Alcohol Ignition Interlocks for All Convicted Drunk Drivers http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2007/06/madd-demands-congress-hold-immediate.php 938BCB29-66A7-4C72-B89C-042B2EC8D98A Sun, 10 Jun 2007 At Least Half of Roadway Fatalities Not Wearing Seat Belts http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2007/06/traffic-deaths-down-slightlybut-still.php 1BA3E1EC-F2A6-4F41-8846-2515121DAFE9 Fri, 8 Jun 2007 Becoming a safe driver takes time and experience. But there are things that parents can do to help the young driver in your family master the art of driving. http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2007/05/teen-driver-safety-101.php 3A169135-6555-43A2-B195-992AB5BB95E6 Wed, 6 Jun 2007 How to Avoid a Dangerous yet Preventable Hazard http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2007/05/tips-to-prevent-drowsy-driving-on-your.php 010939A1-9D24-4606-8051-F6E9DFE23E72 Fri, 1 Jun 2007 South Florida City Earns Position for Second Straight Year; New York, Boston, Los Angeles and Washington, D.C. Near Top of List http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2007/05/miami-earns-number-one-position-on-rude.php 3AD57FC7-7B4D-4951-B1F9-37958D565204 Thu, 31 May 2007 Recently, Washington D. C. Mayor Adrian M. Fenty announced the suspension of road tests and written exams for drivers 75 or older upon renewal of their licenses, and the D.C. Council is primed to pass a bill that would permanently disallow the Department of Motor Vehicles from administering driving tests based simply on age. http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2007/05/rules-for-older-drivers-relaxed-in.php A8C91A6E-52EE-4186-BC47-51D2FCF0597E Sun, 20 May 2007 Taxpayer watchdog group urges Gov. Crist to veto budget provision that would make state pay for service it now receives for free. http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2007/05/fasano-language-1-turkey.php 4FBD8BC4-10FA-4FAA-8C3C-DB328F7AC557 Mon, 11 Jun 2007 Nighttime Seat Belt Violators To Be Targeted by Highway Police http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2007/05/national-click-it-or-ticket-seatbelt.php 17D367D5-A437-4930-8CB7-7033ED1E7FEB Sun, 20 May 2007 State House Also Sends Bill to Governor Increasing Penalties for Repeat Car Thieves http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2007/05/washington-state-bans-texting-while.php 66FC8A45-EFA2-427D-A1CC-73BF26C4F87A Fri, 18 May 2007 IIHS Report Reveals the Best and Worst Performing Vehicles in Real-World Crashes http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2007/05/new-report-shows-type-of-vehicle.php 4CA88033-C7E5-4DD9-B2CB-80B543EE1DD9 Thu, 10 May 2007 New Jersey Safety Organization Concentrates on Transportation and Teen Safety Issues During National Observance http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2007/05/american-society-of-safety-engineers.php A38A3E1C-5214-4094-A23E-87A16CFE67E9 Tue, 8 May 2007 New Campaign for Global Road Safety Recently Launched http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2007/05/making-roads-safe.php 7317851F-A674-416C-AEF6-CBCDB1631464 Thu, 3 May 2007 Insurers Dropping Rates After New Restrictions Have Been Implemented http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2007/05/parents-to-get-break-on-teen-driver.php 65C2B0F5-6F42-4A80-B982-2918F828DDC7 Wed, 2 May 2007 New Jersey Gov. Jon S. Corzine Remains in Intensive Care After Sustaining Serious Injuries In a Car Crash While Neglecting to Wear His Seat Belt http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2007/04/nj-governor-not-buckling-up-causes.php DAA32F60-A6ED-44AE-8ED4-ADAB733E8826 Fri, 27 Apr 2007 Insurance Institute for Highway Safety Tested 75 Vehicles for Neck Injuries and Whiplash http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2007/04/vehicle-rear-crash-safety-rankings.php C647D232-2911-469A-AA5D-0D311461BBD1 Tue, 24 Apr 2007 Here Are Several Preventative Measures You Can Do Yourself to Get Your Vehicle Ready http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2007/04/preparing-your-vehicle-for-summer-heat.php D263A3C5-594A-4FD2-8050-CA24618FFE9D Thu, 19 Apr 2007 Two Organizations Partner to Promote Railroad Safety http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2007/04/railroad-safety-initiative-founded-by.php A91CA4EE-FB98-477D-A41C-BD6180F118AD Tue, 17 Apr 2007 Students Vow to Party Safe and Sober With New THINK Prom Program http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2007/04/rapper-bow-wow-kicks-off-madd-prom-with.php 681CB08D-61F1-4215-AEA7-BA96F936FCE7 Mon, 16 Apr 2007 Electronic Stability Control Unveiled by Secretary Mary E. Peters and National Highway Traffic Safety Administrator Nicole R. Nason http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2007/04/significant-life-saving-technology-for.php 42AE7918-6497-43B9-BE8B-EF92AE6E21B7 Mon, 16 Apr 2007 Stronger Roofs, Shatterproof Windows, More Emergency Exits and Side Impact and Rollover Protective Systems Might Have Prevented Deaths http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2007/04/tougher-bus-safety-rules-called-for-in.php 79DDB071-B525-4B6E-9CF2-B58C04334EC8 Tue, 10 Apr 2007 Drowsy Driving is as Dangerous as Drunk Driving. Here's Why. http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2007/04/dangers-of-drowsy-driving.php 88287B89-DB78-4CB7-82C5-430A50DAC114 Fri, 6 Apr 2007 Advocates Ask Government to Make New Car Assessment Program Ratings More Useful to Consumers http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2007/03/safety-officials-call-for-more-car.php 596069CC-8E09-43B3-85DC-2FB41012F4B9 Thu, 29 Mar 2007 Over 100 People per Week Killed in Truck-Related Crashes, Mostly Due to Driver Fatigue http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2007/03/tougher-truck-regulation-sought-by.php DFC063D0-515E-4995-A793-F48D1FCDE36C Wed, 28 Mar 2007 Manufacturers of 13 Sleep Drugs Must Put Label Warnings About Rare but Serious Side Effects, Including Sleep Driving http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2007/03/fda-demands-warning-labels-on-sleep.php 8D33EEDF-DF06-4861-9C9B-84740BB60E2A Thu, 22 Mar 2007 Debate Rages About Drivers 65 and Older Who Account for Second Highest Number of Road Fatalities http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2007/03/when-should-older-drivers-stop-driving.php 91FBA3BE-B734-4DD5-B2D5-25F6932F0ECC Fri, 23 Mar 2007 Cars Cited for Combination of Value, Fuel Economy, Safety, Reliability and Quality. http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2007/03/15-smart-cars-for-teenagers-announced.php F07DCA43-86B3-4187-9D86-F63F197D814E Fri, 16 Mar 2007 Only 58% of Today's Riders Wear Helmets; Manufacturers Could Help Reverse Trend http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2007/03/dot-calls-on-manufacturers-to-provide.php 0F53E200-DA73-4D21-BF1E-F3471253789A Wed, 14 Mar 2007 Challenges Parents to "Keep the Keys" of Teen Drivers Pending a Parent-Teen Agreement http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2007/03/aaa-calls-on-parents-and-state.php Thu, 8 Mar 2007 24 Vehicles Earn NHTSA’s Highest Rating in Front and Side Crash Tests http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2007/03/new-crash-and-rollover-safety-ratings.php Tue, 6 Mar 2007 Premiums Can Vary by Hundreds of Dollars - Shop Around for the Best Deal http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2007/02/money-saving-auto-insurance-tips.php Fri, 23 Feb 2007 National Federation for the Blind Tests Hybrid Cars, Says They Are Dangerously Quiet http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2007/02/blindness-watchdog-group-claims-hybrid.php Thu, 22 Feb 2007 Recently, four young Floridians lost their lives in three separate vehicle crashes. A common factor was that none of the deceased was wearing a seat belt - and officials say that sobering correlation between young adults and seat belt use that is not just a coincidence. http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2007/02/new-survey-shows-whoand-who-doesntwear.php Thu, 15 Feb 2007 Funds Will Be Used to Curb Underage Drinking and Driving http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2007/02/madd-college-program-expands-with.php Tue, 13 Feb 2007 How to Keep Your Child Safe From Harm's Way on the Road http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2007/02/child-road-safety-101.php Thu, 8 Feb 2007 National Highway Safety Advocacy Group Recognizes Kentucky as a Top-Performing State http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2007/02/kentucky-earns-national-highway-safety.php Wed, 7 Feb 2007 Traffic Accidents Are the Number-One Killer of U.S. Teens http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2007/02/new-study-cites-distractions-that-cause.php Mon, 5 Feb 2007 Over 80 Percent Surveyed Report Multi-Tasking While Driving http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2007/02/new-survey-shows-multi-tasking-while.php Fri, 2 Feb 2007 Public Meeting Planned in Nation’s Capitol for March 7, 2006 http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2007/01/us-government-to-improve-vehicle-crash.php Mon, 29 Jan 2007 Plus, Tips to Avoid Road Rage Incidents http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2007/01/police-employing-new-laser-technology.php Fri, 26 Jan 2007 Bill Implements Harsher Penalties for Teen Drivers, Establishes New Commission to Study Drowsy Driving http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2007/01/tough-new-drowsy-driving-law-passed-in.php Thu, 18 Jan 2007 Only Baby Trend Flex-Loc and Graco SnugRide Deemed Fit for Use http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2007/01/consumer-reports-indicates-10-out-of-12.php Wed, 17 Jan 2007 Sensors Would Automatically Shut Down Vehicle if Presence of Excessive Alcohol is Detected http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2007/01/toyota-developing-fail-safe-alcohol.php Mon, 8 Jan 2007 Unskilled Truckers Illegally Obtaining Licenses in 24 States http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2007/01/five-year-probe-uncovers-truck-driver.php Tue, 9 Jan 2007 With the Florida Legislature preparing to convene in Special Session Tuesday to tackle the problem of skyrocketing Florida property insurance rates, the National Safety Commission called on the Legislature to take action to provide relief from rising Florida auto insurance rates as well. Find contact information for your State of Florida Representatives here and let them know...You Want Your Automobile Insurance Rates To Go DOWN! http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2007/01/auto-insurance-rates.php Wed, 10 Jan 2007 AAA Study Reveals Teens Have Highest Collision Rate Amongst All Drivers, Offers Suggestions for Curbing Poor Driving Practices http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2007/01/10-tips-for-reducing-teen-auto.php Fri, 5 Jan 2007 NHTSA Study Reveals Lack of Education About the System and How to Use It http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2007/01/latch-child-safety-seat-system-not.php Thu, 4 Jan 2007 State Secretary of State Calls for More Stringent Education and Tougher Rules http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2006/12/illinois-proposes-new-laws-for-teen.php Fri, 29 Dec 2006 Here are some tips from the National Highway Safety Administration on how to stay safe while walking along roads and streets. http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2006/12/pedestrian-safety-tips.php Wed, 20 Dec 2006 New Focus the Effect of Drugs, Including Prescription Medications, in Auto Accidents http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2006/12/are-prescription-drugs-causing-as-many.php Mon, 18 Dec 2006 Maryland Hosts Third Annual Maryland Remembers Ceremony to Highlight Holiday Drunk Driving http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2006/12/governments-warn-drivers-of-drunk.php Wed, 13 Dec 2006 New National Survey Reveals Victims of Road Rage Respond with More Rage http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2006/12/road-rage-leads-to-more-road-rage.php Tue, 12 Dec 2006 U.S. DOT Releases 2006 Seat Belt and Motorcycle Helmet Use Statistics http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2006/12/seat-belt-use-down-slightly-in-2006.php Mon, 11 Dec 2006 New Study Shows Parkinson Drivers Are More Prone to Making Driving Mistakes When Distracted http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2006/12/parkinson-disease-found-to-cause.php Fri, 8 Dec 2006 Mothers Against Drunk Driving Calling for Implementation of New Devices, Stricter Measure http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2006/11/does-new-technology-hold-key-to.php Thu, 30 Nov 2006 Motorcycle Airbags Could Reduce Fatalities by 33 Percent http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2006/11/more-motorcycle-riders-puts-new.php Wed, 29 Nov 2006 Powerful Manufacturers Alliance Thwarts and Stalls New Bills to Stop Tragic Motor Vehicle Back-overs and Power Window Suffocations http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2006/11/parents-and-auto-makers-at-odds-over.php Sun, 26 Nov 2006 Ten States Pass Laws to Curb Major Causes of Traffic Accidents: Distracted and Aggressive Driving http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2006/11/states-take-action-against-reckless.php Sat, 25 Nov 2006 Asking These Questions Will Help Avoid Insurance Surprises http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2006/11/does-your-car-have-insurance-coverage.php Wed, 15 Nov 2006 Improvements in Productivity and Reduction in Turnover Also Shown http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2006/11/schneider-reports-sleep-apnea.php Wed, 15 Nov 2006 Prepare for Winter Driving Conditions Now http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2006/11/prepare-for-winter-driving-conditions.php Thu, 9 Nov 2006 Drivers Can Complete Training From Comfort of Their Truck Cab http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2006/11/incab-university-and-iti-unite-to.php Wed, 8 Nov 2006 This Year's Theme is... I See the Driver – The Driver Sees Me http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2006/10/40th-anniversary-of-school-bus-safety.php Tue, 31 Oct 2006 Driver Safety in the "Mobile Workplace" Stressed http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2006/10/louisiana-10th-annual-drive-safely.php Mon, 30 Oct 2006 Side-impact Deaths Drop by Over 50% in Vehicles with Side Air Bags http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2006/10/new-study-shows-side-air-bags-reduce.php Wed, 18 Oct 2006 Flaw in Design Found in 2003-2004 Models http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2006/10/britax-child-safety-inc-to-recall.php Tue, 17 Oct 2006 Drivers Have Not Had an Accident in 25 or More Years http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2006/10/ups-inducts-784-elite-drivers-into-its.php Mon, 16 Oct 2006 Over 3,500 Schools are Participating Nationwide http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2006/10/nhtsa-kicks-off-international-walk-to.php Fri, 13 Oct 2006 Teens Instructed in Smarter Driving Habits, Using Peer Pressure to Change Attitudes http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2006/10/texas-teens-summit-to-reduce-teen.php Fri, 6 Oct 2006 86 Passenger Vehicles to be Tested in Four Categories http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2006/10/nhtsa-will-test-select-2007-model-year.php Thu, 5 Oct 2006 Thanks to a bill signed recently by Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger, California drivers will need an earpiece or speaker to use their mobile phones while driving. http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2006/09/california-bans-drivers-from-holding.php Mon, 2 Oct 2006 New Initiative Could Save Over 10,000 Lives Per Year http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2006/09/anti-rollover-technology-for-new.php Fri, 29 Sep 2006 Sleep Apnea Contributes to Significant Number of Annual Vehicle Collisions http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2006/09/new-obstructive-sleep-apnea-guidelines.php Fri, 22 Sep 2006 Expanded Window Sticker to Supply Buyers with Safety Rating Details Starting in 2008 http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2006/09/new-stars-on-cars-rule-will-help_20.php Thu, 21 Sep 2006 International Survey Reveals Survey Reveals More Motorists Are Depending on Voice-Controlled Functions http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2006/09/drivers-believe-voice-controlled.php Thu, 14 Sep 2006 J.B. Hunt Transport Services, Inc. Rewards Drivers for Reaching Safety Milestones http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2006/09/major-north-american-freight-trucking.php Wed, 13 Sep 2006 Bus Collides With SUV Making Left-Hand Turn http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2006/09/19-children-injured-in-school-bus.php Fri, 8 Sep 2006 Auto Accidents Number One Cause of Teen Death http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2006/09/national-transportation-safety-board.php Thu, 7 Sep 2006 Event Data Recorders Help Investigators Determine Cause of Crash http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2006/08/new-dot-rule-requires-car.php Thu, 31 Aug 2006 Despite Overall Increase, Deaths Among Young Drivers Declined in 2005 http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2006/08/2005-overall-highway-fatality-rates.php Tue, 29 Aug 2006 Authorities Implement Police Crackdown & Commission Huge New Ad Blitz This Week http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2006/08/2005-national-alcohol-related-auto.php Mon, 28 Aug 2006 Young Passengers Put Themselves in Grave Danger by Riding in Car Trunk http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2006/08/teenagers-play-deadly-game-of-trunking.php Mon, 28 Aug 2006 Camry and Rav4 Earn Top Ratings in Front and Side Crash Tests http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2006/08/toyota-leads-pack-in-industry-crash.php Fri, 18 Aug 2006 Washington Hearing Blames Feds for Bus Safety Oversights That Led to Texas Bus Fire that Claimed 23 People http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2006/08/government-faulted-for-unsafe-buses.php Fri, 18 Aug 2006 Parents of College-Bound Students Often Get Significant Discounts on Auto Insurance Rates http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2006/08/college-freshmen-lower-their-familys.php Fri, 11 Aug 2006 Two Independent Auto Safety Organizations Praise Volkswagen's Safety Equipment http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2006/08/volkswagen-rabbit-jetta-and-passat.php Thu, 10 Aug 2006 AAA Strollerthon Walkers Raise Money, Awareness for Child Safety Seats While Earning Chance To Win iPod Video And $100 Worth of Downloads http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2006/08/walk-for-child-passenger-safety.php Thu, 3 Aug 2006 Firestone North American Tire Company has recently begun a new, added campaign to contact consumers to replace the defective tires recalled in 2000 and 2001 that may still be in use. To support Firestone's effort, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration recommended that owners replace all tires that were originally included in those recall efforts. http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2006/08/firestone-starts-new-recall.php Wed, 2 Aug 2006 Allstate Insurance Company Gives Away 7,000 Gallons of Free Gas to Best Big City Drivers in the U.S. http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2006/07/phoenix-auto-drivers-strike-early.php Sat, 29 Jul 2006 Leading safety experts set future legislative agenda and highlight new safety technology for automobile riders http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2006/07/national-safety-summit-focuses-on-auto.php Fri, 28 Jul 2006 National Trucking Fleet Reports Huge Decrease in Preventable Lane Change Accidents Since Employing Warning System http://www.nationalsafetycommission.com/alerts/2006/07/lane-departure-warning-technology.php Wed, 19 Jul 2006